ORIGIN

This 1963 Willys Jeep FC-170 is a strong running example of the company’s medium wheelbase Forward Control model, the seller adding that it’s rust free with sorted electrics and mechanicals. Restored in an OEM style two-tone paint scheme by the previous, second owner, cosmetics are generally very good including reupholstered seating and clean bed and underbody. A 226ci Super Hurricane Six powered model, it’s described as reliable and ready for work or fun.

It’s rare to find these trucks in nice condition today as most were worked very hard and then cast aside. This red and cream was a popular, factory-offered combination, and we like that this example retains proper tailgate markings and factory badging. Glass is in good condition as well, a big plus as good replacements are difficult to find. The side-mounted spare and unincorporated tail lights complete the look.

Used primarily for fair weather weekend driving since restoration, the bed retains nice paint with no large dents, chips or scratches. These 103 inch wheelbase, 108 inch bed 170 models offer a nice compromise between looks and utility, as shorter 150’s have less cargo space and longer 180 and 190’s tend to look a bit stretched and ungainly.

Inside the cab things look nicely kept and almost entirely OEM apart from custom embroidered Jeep FC logo seats and a half dollar sized hole cut into the dashboard’s right side for easy brake master cylinder reservoir access. All gauges, lights and switches as well as heat work as designed, including the interesting single digit scaled speedometer seen above and in the gallery.

Though said to be free of body or chassis rust, some light corrosion is visible underneath the front cowling.

Power comes from a Continental Super Hurricane L-head straight six. Displacing 226 cubic inches and rated for about 110 HP and 190 lb. ft. at very low revs, this one’s said to start easily, run smoothly and offer excellent reliability. Power is distributed through a floor-shift 4-speed manual and hi/lo range transfer case, and all four tires are new, correct looking bias ply items. Said to stop, turn and shift as well as it runs, sale includes the original New Jersey title.